Which vehicles are compatible with Apple CarPlay?

Apple CarPlay^®* can be used in select 2016 and newer vehicles equipped with SYNC^®** or Ford Digital Experience^†.

It is available for:

• 2017 and newer vehicles equipped with Ford Digital Experience, SYNC 4A, SYNC 4, and SYNC 3.
• 2016 vehicles with SYNC 3 and software version 2.0 or greater. See the What SYNC version do I have? article for help identifying your SYNC software version. Apple CarPlay will require a hardware update from a Ford Dealer to function.

Note: Apple CarPlay is unavailable on SYNC 3 (non-touchscreen) and any SYNC systems that do not have a touchscreen. 

More SYNC Information

For more detailed information on SYNC features and functions, visit our Ford support page and browse by your preferred topic.

Helpful SYNC Support Categories

• Getting Started with SYNC
• SYNC Troubleshooting
• SYNC Updates

Additional Information

Apple CarPlay with SYNC Initial Set-Up

^*Requires phone with active data service and compatible software. SYNC 3 does not control 3rd party products while in use.  3rd Parties are solely responsible for their respective functionality. 

^**Don’t drive while distracted or while using handheld devices. Use voice-operated systems when possible. Some features may be locked out while the vehicle is in gear. Not all features are compatible with all phones.

^†Some Ford Digital Experience features require a Connected Services plan. Don’t drive while distracted or while using handheld devices. Use voice-operated systems when possible. Some features may be locked out while the vehicle is in gear. Not all features are compatible with all phones.

Apple CarPlay is a trademark of Apple Inc., registered in the U.S. and other countries.